Board & Officers

The dedicated leaders serving Branches Christian Cooperative and our homeschool community.

Our Leadership

The Board of Directors is elected annually by our membership and serves to govern the organization in accordance with our mission and governing documents.

Officers

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Carson Sears

President

Oversees the overall direction and strategic leadership of Branches Christian Cooperative.

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Jessica Darby

Secretary

Maintains corporate records, meeting minutes, and official documentation.

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Joshua Hasty

Treasurer

Manages all financial affairs, including donations, dues, and budget oversight.

Board Members

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Sarah Sims

Board Member

Serves on the board to support and govern Branches Christian Cooperative.

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Tara Skipper

Board Member

Serves on the board to support and govern Branches Christian Cooperative.

Want to reach our board? Email us at board@branchescc.org or treasurer@branchescc.org.

Governance Structure

How We Govern

Branches Christian Cooperative operates under a board-governed model. The Board of Directors is responsible for:

  • Setting the strategic direction and mission of the organization
  • Overseeing financial management and fiscal accountability
  • Ensuring compliance with 501(c)(3) regulations and state nonprofit laws
  • Evaluating program effectiveness and community impact
  • Hiring and overseeing any staff or contracted personnel

Annual Meeting

Our organization holds an annual meeting each Summer where:

  1. Board members are elected for three-year terms
  2. Officers are chosen from among the Board
  3. The annual budget is presented and approved
  4. Program outcomes from the previous year are shared
  5. Future goals and plans are discussed

Tax-Exempt Status

Branches Christian Cooperative is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations to the organization are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Our Employer Identification Number (EIN) is:

EIN: [41-4760607]

IRS Compliance

The Corporation files Form 990 or 990-EZ annually as required by the IRS. We maintain our tax-exempt status through proper record-keeping, governance compliance, and adherence to the purposes outlined in our articles of incorporation and governing documents.

Board Policies

Our commitment to transparency, accountability, and ethical governance.

  • Conflict of Interest Policy: All board members must disclose any potential conflicts and recuse themselves from related discussions or votes. See the full policy in our Documents page.
  • Document Retention: Corporate records, financial statements, and meeting minutes are maintained as required by all applicable laws.
  • Whistleblower Policy: Members may report concerns about financial misconduct or ethical violations without fear of retaliation. See the full policy in our Documents page.
  • Limited Liability: Board members serve without compensation and are not personally liable for the organization’s obligations.
  • Dual-Domain Transparency: Branches Christian Cooperative operates both branchescc.org (nonprofit org) and branchescoop.org (co-op programs). These dual domains represent the same legal entity, supporting transparency with donors, partners, and verifying agencies.

Ready to get involved? Whether you’d like to join our co-op or support our nonprofit mission, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out anytime.